Atlanta United's Playoff Hopes Alive with 2-1 Win

Atlanta United remains in the hunt for the MLS playoffs following a crucial 2-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls. Alexey Miranchuk scored a penalty and assisted Tyler Wolff's late goal, securing the win after New York was reduced to ten men due to Dylan Nealis's red card. Atlanta, currently in 12th place, must beat Orlando on October 19 and rely on other favorable results to make the playoffs, potentially facing Lionel Messi's Inter Miami. Interim manager Rob Valentino's team delivered a strong performance to maintain their playoff hopes, buoyed by Inter Miami's prior victory over Toronto, which ensured Atlanta could not be eliminated with a win against the Red Bulls. The scenario requires Atlanta to win, with additional outcomes needed for higher seed placements.